For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 143 students in Rio Oso, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Rio Oso, CA is Browns Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Oso, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Rio Oso have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rio Oso, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Browns Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1248 Pacific Ave.
Rio Oso, CA 95674
(530) 633-2523
Rio Oso, CA 95674
(530) 633-2523
Gr: K-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rio Oso, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Rio Oso, CA include Browns Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rio Oso?
1 public schools are located in Rio Oso.
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Oso?
Rio Oso public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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